For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 412 students in 27722, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27722, NC is Discovery Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27722 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27722, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27722, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Orange Factory Road
Durham, NC 27722
(984) 888-5504
Durham, NC 27722
(984) 888-5504
Gr: 6-10 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27722, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27722, NC include Discovery Charter.
How many public schools are located in 27722?
1 public schools are located in 27722.
What is the racial composition of students in 27722?
27722 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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